BS Dental Hygiene
Introduction Road Map
Introduction:
The undergraduate Dental hygiene degree program offers students combines theory and laboratory work with hands-on experience in numerous hospitals and clinics. In addition to providing preventative treatment and routine oral cleanings, dental hygienists evaluate patients for potential health issues and assist dentists in managing a variety of oral health conditions pertaining to patients' mouths, teeth, and gums.
Eligibility Criteria:
Minimum 45% Marks in Intermediate / A-Level or equivalent (Pre-Medical) and no 3rd division in Matriculation + Minimum 45% marks in admission Test.
Vision:
To be a leading program in dental hygiene education, producing skilled and ethical professionals committed to advancing oral health through preventive care, patient education, and community-based practice.
Mission:
The mission of the BS Dental Hygiene program is to educate competent, ethical, and compassionate professionals equipped with the knowledge and clinical skills to prevent oral diseases and promote oral health. Emphasizing evidence-based practice, community engagement, and interdisciplinary collaboration, the program prepares graduates to deliver effective patient care, health education, and advocacy to improve individual and public oral health outcomes.
Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)
Cognitive & Psychomotor Domain – Clinical Competence
PEO 1: Demonstrate sound theoretical knowledge and clinical skills to perform preventive and therapeutic dental hygiene procedures effectively and safely.
Cognitive & Affective Domain – Scientific Foundation and Lifelong Learning
PEO 2: Apply a strong foundation in oral health sciences and actively engage in lifelong learning and professional development.
Cognitive & Psychomotor Domain – Comprehensive Patient Care
PEO 3: Conduct thorough patient assessments and contribute to holistic, patient-centered oral healthcare services.
Affective Domain – Ethical Practice and Professionalism
PEO 4: Uphold ethical standards, demonstrate professionalism, and communicate effectively within clinical, community, and inter-professional environments.
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
Cognitive Domain – Knowledge-Based Learning
PLO 1: Oral Health Sciences Foundation
Apply foundational knowledge of dental anatomy, histology, physiology, pathology, and microbiology to understand oral health and disease processes.
PLO 2: Etiology, Diagnosis, and Prevention of Oral Diseases
Explain the causes, progression, and prevention of common oral diseases and utilize diagnostic tools such as radiographs for effective treatment planning.
PLO 3: Dental Hygiene Concepts and Patient Management
Demonstrate understanding of dental hygiene theories, including plaque control, fluoride therapy, and dietary counseling, for managing patient oral health.
PLO 4: Pharmacology, Medical Integration, and Evidence-Based Practice
Integrate knowledge of pharmacology, systemic conditions, and current research to support safe, evidence-based dental hygiene care and clinical decisions.
Psychomotor Domain – Skills-Based Learning
PLO 5: Preventive and Therapeutic Procedures
Perform dental hygiene procedures such as scaling, polishing, fluoride application, and sealants.
PLO 6: Comprehensive Patient Assessment
Conduct complete patient assessments including intraoral, extraoral, periodontal, and risk evaluations.
PLO 7: Infection Control Practices
Implement sterilization, disinfection, and infection control measures in clinical settings.
PLO 8: Equipment and Instrumentation Use
Operate dental hygiene instruments and radiographic equipment accurately and efficiently.
Affective Domain – Attitudes and Professionalism
PLO 9: Ethical and Legal Practice
Demonstrate ethical behavior, confidentiality, informed consent, and legal responsibility in professional settings.
PLO 10: Communication and Counseling
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals to support oral health promotion.
PLO 11: Professional Behavior and Teamwork
Exhibit professionalism, empathy, and collaboration within dental care teams and community outreach efforts.
PLO 12: Lifelong Learning and Community Engagement
Commit to continuous education and participate in public oral health programs and advocacy initiatives.
Eligibility Criteria:
45 percent marks in FSc-Pre medical
Key Benefits:
- Program is registered with Allied Health Professional Council (AHPC).
- Clinical Training in Tertiary Care Hospitals
- Customized Fee structure
- 100% Scholarship offered for brilliant students
- Acquire a professional degree
- Post-Graduation opportunities available in Pakistan
- Graduates are known as Dental Hygienist
- Government Jobs through PPSC are available.
Program Overview:
Duration of degree is 4 years:
3 years are unique and distinctive frame work focus on empowering the youth to learn different techniques which stronger impact on oral health and awareness as well as to create social and economics impact. 1 years is based on skilled and hand on training which improved their clinical knowledge. Hands-on clinical practice in dental hygiene procedures under supervision. Practical training in patient care, including cleanings, scaling, and oral health education. Exposure to diverse patient populations in clinical settings. Final year of the program often involves a capstone project and entrepreneurship training.
Career Scope:
- Graduates can work as dental hygienists, providing direct patient care.
- Many dental hygienists find employment in private dental offices, collaborating with dentists to deliver comprehensive patient care.
- Opportunities exist in public health organizations, clinics, and community health initiatives.
- Some dental hygienists with a BS may pursue careers in academia, teaching dental hygiene students
- Graduates may take on administrative roles in dental offices or health organizations.
- Managing dental records, coordinating schedules, and overseeing office operations.
- Opportunities to work in different countries, contributing to international dental health initiatives.
- Ongoing professional development through workshops, seminars, and conferences.
Unique features:
- Umt offer less fee structure compared to other institutes.
- Umt have specialized faculty which not only enhance your professional skills but also facilitate you in career building and growth.
- Scholarships are offered on merit base.
- Umt boost your skill by giving you advance technology in environment in dental field.
- You are supervised by well competent faculty members as we have MOU signed with 9 top hospitals of Lahore, which provides students not only clinical practice as well as internships.
- Umt have well aligned and advance labs which full of equipment that meet the modern era requirements.
Skill Set:
The graduate of BS Dental Hygiene will be able to
- Provide preventive and therapeutic dental hygiene services and procedures effectively under supervision of Dentist.
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including medical and dental histories, extraoral and intraoral examinations, radiographic interpretation, and risk assessments for oral diseases.
- Practice strong ethical foundation and professionalism, including principles of confidentiality, informed consent, patient autonomy, and adherence to legal and ethical standards of dental hygiene practice.
- Provide students with the necessary knowledge and clinical skills to perform preventive and therapeutic dental hygiene procedures effectively.
- Ensure students have a solid understanding of dental anatomy, oral histology, oral microbiology, and other oral health sciences to comprehend the etiology, progression, and treatment of oral diseases.
- Train students to perform comprehensive patient assessments, including medical and dental histories, extraoral and intraoral examinations, radiographic interpretation, and risk assessments for oral diseases.
- Instill in students a strong ethical foundation and professionalism, including principles of confidentiality, informed consent, patient autonomy, and adherence to legal and ethical standards of dental hygiene practice.